7/30/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

Nationals reporter Bill Ladson joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to explain why Jonathan Papelbon will be the Nats closer and Drew Storen could ask for a trade at the end of the season and gives an update on Stephen Strasburg's rehab starts.

7/23/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

How important is Aaron Barrett's health to the success of Washington's bullpen? Nationals reporter Bill Ladson joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to spotlight Barrett's resurgence, when key players will return from injury and how the Nats will prioritize their needs at the deadline.

7/16/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

7/9/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

What's the one move that needs to happen so Washington can make a deep playoff push? Nationals reporter Bill Ladson joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to touch on finding someone to throw in front of Drew Storen, Bryce Harper and Danny Espinosa's strong and surprising first-half.

7/1/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

When it comes to the bullpen, what questions still need to be answered for the Nats? Nationals reporter Bill Ladson joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to touch on the missing pieces in the 'pen, plus find out how close Anthony Rendon is to returning to the field.

6/26/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

There isn't one word to describe how good Max Scherzer's been this year but Nationals reporter Bill Ladson joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to attempt to explain his lights out season plus why he deserves the title of best pitcher in MLB.

6/18/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

The Nationals have a lot of reasons to be excited and Trea Turner is giving them a few more. Nationals reporter Bill Ladson joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to spotlight the rise of the shortstop and get an injury update on both Doug Fister and Stephen Strasburg.

6/12/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

Washington didn't get a first round pick, no problem, they got Max Scherzer in the offseason. Did a lack of a first round pick affect how the Nats approached the Draft? Nationals reporter Bill Ladson joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to talk about their first pick in the Draft at number 58, Andrew Stevenson, plus when Ryan Zimmerman is expected back in the lineup.

5/28/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

What are the Nats doing to make sure Anthony Rendon is up to speed at second base when he returns? Nationals reporter Bill Ladson talks about Rendon's status and breaks down Washington's dynamic infield with MLB.com's Matthew Leach.

5/21/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

Did Bryce Harper deserve to be ejected? How long will the team be without Doug Fister? Will Tanner Roark remain in a relief role for the rest of the season? MLB.com's Matthew Leach and Nationals reporter Bill Ladson explain the situation involving Harper and Matt Williams' ejection from umpire Marvin Hudson and more in this week's Extras Podcast.

5/14/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

Extra, Extra read all about it, Bryce Harper is on a roll and he's gonna shout it! The Nationals scored 55 runs in the last six games and a lot of those runs came off the bat of Harper. MLB.com's Matthew Leach and Nationals reporter Bill Ladson explain how Harper has played the role of hero lately and tackle Stephen Strasburg's health status.

5/6/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

After taking three out of four from the Mets in New York, the Nationals look like they're getting back on track. How big of a deal was that series? MLB.com's Matthew Leach and Nationals reporter Bill Ladson break down how big of an impact the series with the Mets was and spotlight the starting rotation and bullpen.

4/30/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

Are the Nationals back to playing Nationals baseball? MLB.com's Matthew Leach and Nationals reporter Bill Ladson dissect where Washington stands and how they can be the team everyone expected them to be.

4/23/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

Despite a rocky start, how are the Nationals proving they're still a top team in the NL East? MLB.com's Matthew Leach and Nationals reporter Bill Ladson break down Max Scherzer's brilliance, Denard Span's defense and how much better the Nats will be with Anthony Rendon back in the lineup.

4/9/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

Could Jayson Werth buy into the idea of leading off for Washington? Nationals reporter Bill Ladson checks in with MLB.com's Matthew Leach to talk about lineup construction and Werth's ability to produce at the top of the order.

3/29/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

What went into the decision to give Max Scherzer the Opening Day nod? Nationals reporter Bill Ladson checks in with MLB.com's Matthew Leach to discuss Scherzer's first Opening Day start and the Nationals starting rotation.

3/27/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

What went into the decision to give Max Scherzer the Opening Day nod? Nationals reporter Bill Ladson checks in with MLB.com's Matthew Leach to discuss Scherzer's first Opening Day start and the club's starting rotation.

3/17/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

How serious is Anthony Rendon's injury? Nationals reporter Bill Ladson talks with MLB.com's Matthew Leach about the infielder's knee injury as well as how he's progressing and when fans can expect to see him.

3/10/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

How will Denard Span's injury affect the rest of the Nationals team? Nationals reporter Bill Ladson talks with MLB.com's Matthew Leach about the health of the club and some of the young players that fans can expect to see at the start of the season.

3/4/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

Who has the best chance to be the Opening Day starter for the Nationals? MLB.com's Matt Waymire talks to Nationals reporter Bill Ladson about the strong options in the Washington rotation for the top spot.

2/25/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

How will the Nationals respond to the pressure of the expectations on the team? Nationals reporter Bill Ladson talks with MLB.com's Matthew Leach about the expectations for Washington and how manager Matt Williams is helping his team control their emotions.

2/12/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

As Jayson Werth tries to get healthy this spring, which players will benefit from his absence? MLB.com's Matthew Leach talks with Nationals reporter Bill Ladson about the outfielder's recovery and which player may get some time as a result.

2/5/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

1/21/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

The Nationals made their seven-year deal with Max Scherzer official as the 2013 American League Cy Young Award winner met the media in Washington D.C. to discuss his decision to join the team alongside president of baseball operations Mike Rizzo and manager Matt Williams.

1/13/15: MLB.com Extras | Washington Nationals

Will we see the Nats lock up Ian Desmond? Nationals reporter Bill Ladson talks to MLB.com's Matthew Leach about the future of the shortstop in Washington as well as an update on Jayson Werth's surgery rehab.